🏕️ TY CARLINGFORD TRIP – 7th–9th September
Our TY trip to Carlingford Adventure Centretakes place from Monday 7th – Wednesday 9th September.
🚌 Departure: Bus leaves Downey’s Centra at 7:00am sharp on Monday. Please arrive in plenty of time to load bags.
🚌 Return: We expect to arrive back at Downey’s between approximately 4:00–5:00pm on Wednesday. We will update you with a more accurate return time on the day.
🎒 What to Bring
• Waterproof/rain jacket
• Tracksuit bottoms/activity trousers – avoid jeans
• T-shirts, hoodies/fleeces and plenty of socks
• Plenty of changes of clothes – expect to get wet and muddy!
• Swimming togs
• 2 pairs of runners – one old pair for water activities
• Towels
• Toiletries
• Refillable water bottle
• Small rucksack
• Plastic bags for wet/dirty clothes
• Sunscreen
• Any required medication, clearly labelled
Bed linen is provided, so there is no need to bring a sleeping bag or pillow.
🍽️ Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are includedduring our stay. Please make sure the school is aware of any dietary requirements or allergies before we travel.
🧗 What to Expect
The three days will be packed with outdoor and adventure activities. Depending on our programme, activities can include:
• Kayaking 🚣
• Zip lining
• Laser Tag
• High ropes and climbing activities
• Team challenges
• Water-based activities
• Other outdoor adventure activities
Carlingford provides the specialist safety equipment required for activities, including wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmets.
⚠️ Come prepared for all weather conditions. Bring practical clothes that you don’t mind getting wet or muddy and avoid bringing expensive clothes, jewellery or other valuables.
This is one of the highlights of TY – get involved, try everything and make the most of the three days!
📅 Monday 7th – Wednesday 9th September
📍 Depart: Downey’s Centra – 7:00amsharp Monday
📍 Return: Downey’s Centra – approx. 4:00–5:00pm Wednesday